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I'm just a regular(ish) gal who loves reading, street art, tattoos, good music and a stiff drink.
Visit me at: http://www.backlistbooks.ca
MY BLOGS
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Backlist Books
http://www.backlistbooks.ca/
I have loved books for as long as I can remember. In fact, if you visit my mother's house, you'll see a picture of me on the wall, aged 3, hugging a book tightly with a blissful expression on my face. Not much has changed.
If you visit my own house now, you will leave with the general impression of your average apartment... hidden somewhere under a huge mountain of books. This, to me, is home.
For awhile I was lucky enough to review books for Press+1, an online arts and entertainment website. It was fantastic - not only because it was a great opportunity to work with a wonderful, smart and talented group of people, but because I got FREE BOOKS! When you're a student and a bibliophile, this is the dream.
After awhile, however, I started wishing I could share some of my favourites that weren't brand new, as well as the new favourites I discovered while writing for the site. So I decided to embark on a new book project - my very own book blog where I could share reviews of some oldies as well as the new releases, talk about books, share inspiring links and photos and just generally indulge my bibliophilia!
Welcome to my bookish world!
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m·pir·i·cal
http://mpirical.blogspot.ca/
My life in words and pictures: A guided experiment. These are the results.
Fair warning: I love sarcasm, dirty humour, controversial topics, swear words and talking about sex. If any of this offends you, you should probably stick around just to challenge yourself. It's good for you. Like vegetables.
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The Beautiful Addiction
http://ladependencebelle.blogspot.com/
I love makeup. I love the artistic possibility, how it can transform people into a more beautiful version of themselves - or into a monster. I love how the only limit on what you can do with it is your own imagination. I love how a great eyeliner or a bright lipstick can make you feel different about yourself, and about the world. I'm not a professional makeup artist, just a fellow enthusiast who has a great time sharing info, tips and reviews. I hope you enjoy!
LATEST ARTICLES ( 642 )
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The Sunday Review | Forever.... - Judy Blume
There's a first for everything.When you build up something in your mind -- really imagine it, wish for it -- sometimes, when it actually happens, it doesn't liv... Read more
Posted on 27 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Stacking the Shelves | #31
Time to look at the books I added to my shelves this week with Stacking the Shelves hosted by Tynga's Reviews! Not necessarily books I bought - also includes... Read more
Posted on 26 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Top Ten Tuesday | Characters I'd Want with Me on a Desert Island
This week's Top Ten Tuesday on The Broke and the Bookish is: Top Ten Characters I'd Want with Me On a Desert Island! Let's see if I make it to 10...1. Hermione... Read more
Posted on 22 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Leibster Award | Part 3
Awhile ago I nominated Martha who's one of my favourite bloggers, readers, and all-around awesome people for a bookish Liebster Award. In her Liebster post,... Read more
Posted on 21 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
The Sunday Review: the Opposite of Loneliness - Marina Keegan
Marina Keegan's star was on the rise when she graduated magna cum laude from Yale in May 2012. She had a play that was to be produced at the New York... Read more
Posted on 20 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Stacking the Shelves | #30
Time to look at the books I added to my shelves this week with Stacking the Shelves hosted by Tynga's Reviews! Not necessarily books I bought - also includes... Read more
Posted on 20 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
5 Friday Faves | Book Quotes
Five Friday Favourites is a weekly meme hosted by Amanda over at Book Badger. Every Friday she chooses a new topic - full list of topics can be found here.This... Read more
Posted on 18 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Www Wednesday | #26
It's time for this week's WWW Wednesdays, hosted by Should Be Reading blog (head over and check them out!).This link up asks three questions What did you... Read more
Posted on 16 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Book Review | Kissing: a Field Guide - Violet Blue
Kissing is an art form. A great kiss can stop traffic, start a five-alarm fire, and feel like Times Square on New Year's Eve. Get your smooch on with all the... Read more
Posted on 16 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Top Ten Tuesday | Favourite Movies/tv Shows
This week's Top Ten Tuesday on The Broke and the Bookish is: Top Ten Movies and TV Shows!A bit of a departure from the norm, but one I won't have any trouble... Read more
Posted on 15 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
The Sunday Review: Deadfall - Chris Ryan
Zak Darke is sent on what seems like a straightforward surveillance op in South Africa but it soon turns into the toughest, most dangerous mission he has ever... Read more
Posted on 13 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Stacking the Shelves #29
Time to look at the books I added to my shelves this week with Stacking the Shelves hosted by Tynga's Reviews! Not necessarily books I bought - also includes... Read more
Posted on 13 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
The 8 Stages of a Reading Slump
I love reading. Obviously. But as much as I love it, there are times when it just does not work. These are the dark days, my friends. Also known as: The... Read more
Posted on 10 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Www Wednesdays #25
It's time for this week's WWW Wednesdays, hosted by Should Be Reading blog (head over and check them out!).This link up asks three questions What did you... Read more
Posted on 09 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Release Day Review: Landline - Rainbow Rowell
Georgie McCool knows her marriage is in trouble. That it’s been in trouble for a long time. She still loves her husband, Neal, and Neal still loves her, deeply ... Read more
Posted on 09 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Top Ten Tuesday: Bookish Blogging Confessions
This week's Top Ten Tuesday on The Broke and the Bookish is: Top Ten Blogging Confessions. I'm slightly confused about this topic - you'd think, based on the... Read more
Posted on 08 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
The Sunday Review: All My Puny Sorrows - Miriam Toews
Miriam Toews is beloved for her irresistible voice, for mingling laughter and heartwrenching poignancy like no other writer. In her most passionate novel yet,... Read more
Posted on 06 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Stacking the Shelves #28
Time to look at the books I added to my shelves this week with Stacking the Shelves hosted by Tynga's Reviews! Not necessarily books I bought - also includes... Read more
Posted on 05 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Monthly Wrap-up: June 2014
I got through five books in the past month - one of which was a review copy and a couple of which had been on my TBR list for longer than I care to admit! Read more
Posted on 03 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE -
Www Wednesday #24
It's time for this week's WWW Wednesdays, hosted by Should Be Reading blog (head over and check them out!).This link up asks three questions What did you... Read more
Posted on 03 July 2014 BOOKS, CULTURE